Mary Kircher
Dec 18, 2023
Mary Jane Kircher passed away on December 18, 2023, at Good Samaritan Manzano del Sol in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Kircher, and a son, Christopher Paul Kircher. She is survived by her children Monica Campbell, Ann Risinger, Michael Kircher, Dorcas Boerner, and Francesca Kircher, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Mary was born...
Nina Mae Hewitt
Dec 18, 2023
Our beloved mother and family matriage, Nina Mae Hewitt, passed on to our Lord’ s house in Heaven, Monday, December 18th, 2023. She left this world in the company of family at home after a short illness.
Born to Miles and Nina Meyer in Sibley, Iowa, November 18, 1931. After graduating high school in Garden City, Minnesota, she moved to...
Richard A. Jordan
Dec 18, 2023
Richard A. Jordan, age 71, passed away December 18, 2023 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Richard was born in Uniontown , Pennsylvania in 1952 growing up and graduating from Haileah High School in Haileah, Florida, after his parents and family moved to Florida, away from the coal mines in Pennsylvania. Richard’s father, Robert Jordan, became a barber and his mother,...
Wayne Windsor Taylor
Dec 17, 2023
On Sunday, December 17th, 2023, Wayne Windsor Taylor, 77, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico passed away after prolonged illnesses.
Wayne was the son of Wayne W. Taylor, Senior and Thusnelda Taylor, born on May 30, 1946 in Los Angeles, CA. Wayne Senior taught English as a foreign language in Latin America and then was later hired as a diplomat for U.S.I.S....
Robert James Casaus
Dec 17, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Robert J. Casaus, age 62, on December 17, 2023. Robert was born on May 3, 1961 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Robert went peacefully to his eternal home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife Barbara of 27 years; sister Maria Kramer, husband Bill;...
Jeffrey P. Knox
Dec 17, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Jeffrey “Jeff” Knox, age 57 on December 17, 2023. He was born in Ruidoso, New Mexico but has been a long-time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Jeff is survived by his wife of 30 years Melissa Knox and their two children Matthew and Kelsey Knox and 5 dogs...
Fidel Carlos Baca Jr.
Dec 17, 2023
In Loving
Memory of
1967-Fidel Carlos Baca Jr-2023
A Loving son, Brother, Father, Grandfather, Uncle and A Loyal friend who was well known in his community.
Fidel Jr. is preceded in death by his parents Fidel Baca Sr. and Charlotte Pino Baca, Paternal Grandparents Severo and Josefita Baca, Maternal Grandparents Manuel and Marianne Pino.
Fidel Jr. is survived...
David E. DeWalt, Jr.
Dec 16, 2023
David E. DeWalt Jr, 68, of Albuquerque, NM was called home by Our Lord, December 16, 2023, in the loving presence of his Beloved Wife, Sister and Brother-in-law.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jean and step-father Sam; his father, David Eugene DeWalt Sr.; brother, Michael and sister, Catherine.
David is survived by his beloved wife Yvonne; sister and...
Juanita Louise Martinez-Kramer
Dec 16, 2023
In loving memory of Juanita Louise Martinez-Kramer, who was born on May 13, 1961and left a mark on all who knew her. Juanita departed on December 16, 2023, at the ageof 62, after facing breast cancer.
Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Juanita was the cherished daughter of FrankMartinez and Elanor Martinez. Her pursuit of knowledge led her to the University...
Madeline La Febre
Dec 15, 2023
Madeline La Febre, age 97, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 15, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Des Moines, New Mexico to Alfred T. and Beatrice (Archuleta) Martinez, Madeline was the third of nine children.
Madeline met her husband, Ted La Febre, through her brother and the couple spent over 50-years together, welcoming 1 son and...
Mary Juliet "Julie" Gionfriddo
Dec 15, 2023
On Friday, December 15, 2023, Mary Juliet Rathbone Gionfriddo (“Julie”) died in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 69. The only child of John and Lois Rathbone of Denver, Colorado,
Julie earned Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees at Colorado State University. She then worked in private veterinary medical practices in Tucson, Arizona and...
Christopher Scott Ewer
Dec 14, 2023
Christopher Scott Ewer of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully on December 14, 2023. Chris was born October 6, 1947 in Glendale, CA and spent his childhood years in Pacific Grove, CA graduating from Pacific Grove High School in 1965.
He had many jobs during his high school years to include working on fishing boats, in a radiator shop, and as a...
Nina Simone Mestas
Dec 14, 2023
Nina Simone Mestas (Holmes), age 49, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023. She was born on December 21, 1973 in Aschaffenburg, Germany. After moving to the US, she became a long-time resident of Kansas and graduated from Junction City High School in 1992. Nina moved her family to Rio Rancho in 2005 and absolutely loved being surrounded by...
Dolores Gavi Griego
Dec 14, 2023
Dolores Gavi Griego, 78, passed away at her home on December 14, 2023. She was born in Carrizozo, New Mexico to Isabel Carbajal on April 8, 1945.
Dolores was a lifelong educator working throughout the state of New Mexico. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Education and her Master’s degree in Bilingual Education, with endorsements in Modern and...
Lula (Lu) Mae (Williams-Mangum) Fleming
Dec 13, 2023
"Lula (Lu) Mae (Williams-Mangum) Fleming was born September 9, 1946 in Las Vegas, NM to Robert and Eunice Williams.She went home to be with them on December 13, 2023.
Lu is survived by her husband, Ronald G. Fleming, her brothers, Edward and Daniel Williams, her children, Jacqueline (Nick), Patrick, April (Arturo) and Michael (Samantha). She loved her children but her...
Victor Anthony Cordova
Dec 13, 2023
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Victor Anthony Cordova (“Tony”), age 67, on December 13, 2023. Victor was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. He was preceded in death by his bio-parents, Lucio and Barbara Cordova, parents Alex and Rose Sapien, brothers Vince and Joseph Cordova, daughter Rosa Duran, and sister Gloria Cordova. Tony is...
Clorinda Montano
Dec 13, 2023
Clorinda Montano unexpectedly passed away peacefully on Wednesday December 13, 2023. Clorinda was born in McNary, Arizona on March 16th, 1930.
She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, sister and daughter, she also loved her many nieces, nephews and extended family.
She was preceded in...
Jose Lorenzo Gallegos
Dec 12, 2023
Jose Lorenzo Gallegos, (Lawrence) 76, of Corrales, NM, a former resident of Questa, passed away Dec. 12, 2023 following a brief illness. He was survived by his wife of 53 years, Rosemary F. Gallegos. Two Children, Maria Elena Paulson of Corrales and Feliz and husband David Epling of Guadalupe, AZ. A Granddaughter, Antoinette Mitchell of Corrales. Brother and sisters, Bennie...
Douglas Edward Todacheeney
Dec 12, 2023
Douglas Edward Todacheeney, age 53, passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born October 9, 1970, to Thomas Todacheeney and Mary Lou Clark Todacheeney, in Farmington, New Mexico. He was a graduate of Farmington High School, Class of 1989. He attended San Juan College. Douglas enjoyed golf, working out, cooking, going to concerts, the...
Kathleen Michelle Nelson
Dec 12, 2023
Kathleen Nelson (Kat) was born on Thanksgiving the year of 1983. She was a loved mother by her two daughters Isis (16), and Mariah(9). She had her first daughter Isis at the age of 24 in the year 2007. She had her second daughter at the age of 31 in the year 2014. She was also a loved daughter by...
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